Seasonal Summer Overnight Female Counselor (Summer 2026) (This position will be housed at the Camp Site)

Salvation Army USA • Wasilla, AK

51d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will reside at the Kings Lake Camp Site which means Free housing & meals - no rent, no grocery bills! Provides leadership and care for a group of approximately 6-10 campers and assumes responsibility for their safety, health, and program involvement. Utilize all camp resources to guide campers through a positive camping experience in harmony with the goals and objectives of King's Lake Camp. This position pays $448.00 weekly, room and board as well as a onetime to and from camp travel expense.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 year of age.
• Must pass all background checks required by The Salvation Army
• Demonstrated ability to work with young people ages 7 years old and older.
• Must perform duties efficiently and demonstrate good judgment.
• Room and Board is provided as Camp Counselor must be able to stay at camp while camp is in session.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in a camp setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to counselors
• Provide leadership and care for a group of approximately 6-10 campers.
• Provide care and guidance through all program components for assigned camper groups.
• Provide supervision for assigned groups during all meal times.
• Provide direction and supervision for the daily clean-up of the cabin living area.
• Conduct group devotions for camper groups every day at designated time.
• Accompany assigned groups to all camp-related activities.
• Complete forms related to campers, program evaluation, or health documentation.
• Assist in all camp program activities as directed.
• Attend and participate in camp programs.
• Actively participate in the spiritual formation of campers and staff.
• Ensure campers respect personal property, camp equipment and facilities.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff, volunteers, and campers.
• Ensure campers adhere to camp and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Ensure and provide supervision and physical/emotional safety for campers and staff.
• Maintain a standard of cleanliness in personal grooming and living quarters.
• Assists in clean-up of the camp at the end of sessions/summer.
• Assists with all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free housing & meals - no rent, no grocery bills!
• This position pays $448.00 weekly, room and board as well as a onetime to and from camp travel expense.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees